Date:         Wed, 21 Jan 2004 23:42:45 EST
Reply-To:     BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM
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From:         Ben T <BenTbtstr8@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: porsche cup2 alloys
Comments: To: drjohnso@TELUS.NET
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In a message dated 1/21/2004 8:11:43 PM Pacific Standard Time,
drjohnso@TELUS.NET writes:
I have found wheel adapters at h&r springs to accomadate porsche 5/130 (71.6
CB) for $189/pair. A little more than I would have guessed, but seeing more
porsche rolling vanagons is wetting my appetite. Would 7 1/2x17" inch front
and 9X17" rears have clearence problems? i forgot how amazing this list is,
its been a while since I've been on the list... feels good to have such vast
group of like minded people a click away... thanks for the help.
David,

You can get custom wheel adapters done in T-6061 for $149-$265 for a set of
four from any number of ebay vendors.

I got mine done by Fred Goeske. Been to his shop in SoCal. Check out his
rocket car if he let you. The work is first rate. I believe Eric Diddier used
Fred's stuff for his Porsche wheel install as well. Wheeladapters.com.

You can also get steel ones from Wolfsburg International in Redding,
California. A bit heavier but quite strong. I paid about $100 for the set of 4. It's a
bit more now.

Lastly you can have your wheels redrilled and steel inserted like I have.
It's a good way to keep the rears tucked under the rear fender. I have 8" wide
ET23 wheel back there w/o clearance problems. No flares.

Check my page for alternative wheels when you get a chance. There is a page
with the details on wheel redrilling in another page. Vanagon Cafe Alternative
Wheels

BenT
Vanagon Cafe